School: Loch Coiteáin (roll number 10049)
- Location:
- Dromickbane, Co. Kerry
- Teacher: Eibhlín, Bean Uí Shúilleabháin
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0454, Page 322
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Old Customs and Pishogues (continued)
“Old shoes are thrown after a new-married couple for luck...”
(continued from previous page)If a person goes astray at night, he will make off his way, if he turns his coat wrong side out. It is unlucky to see the new moon through the window.
You should never say "God Bless" a dog, or a cat.It is not right to visit a new house for the first time without taking some gift.
It is not right to burn a deck of cards. The 13th is a very unlucky day for some, and a very lucky day for others. it is unlucky to spill salt. If two people wash their hands in the same water, they will have a fight.